If you pass through downtown Toms River today, you'll notice dozens of students working hard to get the town in the Halloween mood in a tradition that goes back decades.
In just over a week, Ocean County will be overrun by ghosts, goblins, witches, wizards, superheroes, and the occasional young adult awkwardly trying to score free candy.
Halloween in Ocean County means a few things - neighborhoods coming together to throw parties, families dressing up and going door to door, and of course one of the biggest Halloween parades in the country.
But it also makes some think about ghostly experiences that may not have been all fun and games.
A female comic book character has easily topped NJ's list of Halloween costumes for 2016. One version is kid friendly, while others are definitely geared for the adults-only crowd.
Halloween is meant to be fun for kids. But not all kids are able to stuff their jack o' lanterns with candy and enjoy the decadent treats. But "The Teal Pumpkin Project" is hoping to make Halloween safe for all.
The weather is pretty crummy today. And, unfortunately, it's not looking like it's going to get a whole lot better until late this weekend. So what's the best way to spend these kinds of days?